Special Education at Truman State University
If you plan to study Special Education, you may want to check out the program at Truman State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Truman State University is in Kirksville, MO.
During the most recent reporting year, 13 special education degrees were granted at Truman State University.
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Studying Online at Truman State University
Online coursework is an option at Truman State University. Of 3,664 students, 710 (19%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,260 (34%) took at least some classes online.
Special Education Rankings at Truman State University
Rankings can help you compare Truman State University’s Special Education program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Missouri | #1 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #2 of 12 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #3 of 47 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #28 of 47 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #122 of 486 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #298 of 491 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Special Education graduates at Truman State University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Special Education graduates at Truman State University are 85% women (11) and 15% men (2).
Special Education Master’s Program at Truman State University
Among the 13 master’s special education graduates at Truman State University, 85% were women (11) and 15% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Truman State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Special Education Concentrations at Truman State University
The Special Education program at Truman State University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Special Education | 2 |
| Teaching for Gifted & Talented | 11 |
Best-Paid Careers for Special Education Graduates
Those who complete Special Education program at Truman State University go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying careers for Special Education graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Education Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,329 |
| Teaching Assistants, Special Education | $96,801 |
| Special Education Teachers, All Other | $86,208 |
| Special Education Teachers, Middle School | $80,694 |
| Special Education Teachers, Secondary School | $79,680 |
| Adapted Physical Education Specialists | $77,976 |
| Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten | $73,597 |
| Interpreters and Translators | $52,627 |
| Special Education Teachers, Elementary School | $50,045 |
| Special Education Teachers, Preschool | $35,173 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.